Frequently Asked Questions
About the Majestic Theater's Classic Raffles
* Who benefits from the money raised by the raffle?
The Theater Project, Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation, that runs
the Majestic Theater in West Springfield, MA, uses the proceeds from
the raffle to pay for renovations, increased operating expenses as well as for producing live theater at the Majestic. The Theater Project's mission is to provide actors, actresses and theater technicians from Western Mass, a professional environment in which to perform at the Majestic Theater.
* How is the money raised used?
For example, just in the past year, funds from our raffle helped pay for:
o Fire Sprinkler System - State of MA required
o Theater renovations - addition of 50 seats
o Creation of Majestic Children's Theater - Summer 2005
* Are these prizes donated?
NO! The Corvette and Harley-Davidson are NOT donated. Each year,
The Theater Project purchases the prizes for that year's raffle. The
Theater Project also pays for all of the following: transportation,
insurance, licensing, taxes, public appearances and marketing
expenses associated with the raffle.
* Do I have to be present at the drawing of the winning ticket?
No, although everyone is welcome to attend the drawing, which is open
to the public. The drawing is held each year at Midnight on New Year's
Eve at the Majestic Theater.
* How will I find out if I won?
As soon as the drawing is completed the staff of the Majestic Theater
calls the winners. The staff will continue to call the winners until contact
has been made! We post pictures of the winners, on our web site: www.majestictheater.com
* How many raffle tickets are sold?
At $10 per ticket we do not restrict the number of tickets sold. The
Classic Raffle is The Theater Project at the Majestic Theater's only
annual fundraiser. Selling tickets to performances at the Majestic can
only account for 65% of our needed revenue. The net raffle funds are essential to keeping the Majestic Theater functioning. * What about taxes?
New IRS rules apply. Please contact a tax professional for specific changes that might apply to the winning prizes. |
